LiontipsSacramento vs. Minnesota. NBA Match Prediction and Bets
Command Analysis
Current form
The Kings managed to lose all their preseason games. Michael Brown men lost to Golden State twice, were weaker than Portland (85:105), Utah (114:117) and the Clippers (91:113). Despite the poor results, there were some positive moments.
For example, it is worth noting the stable play of Domantas Sabonis, who was one of the few who showed a good level. Sacramento will start the season with a match at home, which equalizes the chances of winning.
Disqualifications and injuries
Devin Carter has a shoulder injury, so we won't see him on the court. Kevin Harter, Trey Lyles, Malik Monk, Orlando Robinson are questionable.
Interesting facts for betting
Sacramento has scored more than 113 points in just one of its five preseason games.
Projected lineup : McLaughlin-Ellis, Murray-Sabonis, DeRozan.
Current form
The Timberwolves started the preseason with enthusiasm, as they first beat the Lakers (124-107) and then Philadelphia (121-111). Everything seemed to be going according to Chris Finch plan, but they failed to maintain the bar, which led to losses to New York (115-110), Chicago (125-123) and Denver (126-132).
Minnesota managed to play one match during the regular season, but it ended unsuccessfully. Even Anthony Edwards' 27 points did not help in the confrontation with the Lakers (103-110). The Wolves' attack was frankly limping.
Disqualifications and injuries
The Timberwolves are approaching the match with an optimal lineup.
Interesting facts for betting
Minnesota has beaten Sacramento in 3 of its last 5 road games.
Projected lineup : Randle - McDaniels, Edwards - Gobert, Conley.
Trends
Bet 1st quarter. Sacramento win
In 3 of the last 5 head-to-head meetings, the Kings have won the opening segment.
1.97Bet 1st quarter: total under 56 points
In 3 of the last 5 head-to-head meetings between the teams, fewer than 56 points were scored in the opening quarter.
2.00Tip and bets
Sacramento have been looking a bit tough lately. The game isn't going well, there are a number of problems with the roster, so it will be tough at least at the start of the regular season. The Kings will face another test in their next meeting, but at a different level.
Minnesota will clearly draw conclusions after the loss to the Lakers. Chris Finch guys are doing well in personal away games against the Kings, so there is a high probability that the Timberwolves will improve their statistics again.
Our prediction is Minnesota victory at 1.92
Bet on total
Both teams are not showing a bright game in attack and for now this problem can be blamed on the start of the season, plus the Kings have problems with the roster. In this case, we do not expect to see a productive confrontation.
Forecast - total under 230.5 points for 1.67
Bet on statistics
Given the Kings' overall poor play, poor performances during the preseason and personnel issues, we expect the hosts to struggle to produce good results.
Forecast - Sacramento individual total under 115 points for 1.80
